Building Reinforced Masonry: The Basics

Provider: InformaDiscipline: Masonry ProductsCredits: 3.00

This seminar will educate masons, inspectors and designers on construction of quality reinforced masonry construction following building code requirements and industry practices. An overview of masonry materials will cover mortar, grout, concrete masonry units and brick. Correct techniques for mortar placement, using horizontal and vertical reinforcement, and grout consolidation will be followed by discussion of testing and inspection requirements. Special topics such as hot-and cold- weather construction, what causes masonry efflorescence and using new materials such as self-consolidating grout will be addressed. Attendees are encouraged to register for and attend one of the special Masonry Concrete Block hands-on training events Wednesday afternoon to review proper masonry construction. NOTE: Separate registration fee for the hands-on training WEMDM1 (12:00 pm - 2:00 pm) or WEMDM2 (3:00 pm – 5:00 pm)

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is committed to preserving and promoting the masonry industry by providing continuing education, advocating fair codes and standards, fostering a safe work environment, recruiting future manpower, and marketing the benefits of masonry materials.